Chapter 5: security, Figure 30: wireless > secutity, Figure 31: wep encryption – Allied Telesis AT-WR2304N User Manual

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AT-WR2304N - IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, Small Business Wireless Router - User Manual

Chapter 5: Security

Security setting is the first thing you need to do after you build up a wireless network. To protect your

network from unlawful use, please perform the following procedure.

WEP

WEP encryption is compatible with most wireless devices. If you are not sure which encryption standard is

suitable for all devices, please use WEP.

1. Go to “Wireless” Æ “Security”.

Figure 30: Wireless > Secutity

2. Configure the parameter.

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SSID Selection: If you enable more than one SSID, select here to configure.

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Broadcast SSID: Enable or disable SSID broadcast. The default value is “Enable”.

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WMM: Enable or disable WMM function. The default value is “Enable”.

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Encryption: Select “WEP”.

Figure 31: WEP Encryption

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Authentication type: It is recommended choosing “Auto”.

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Key Length: Select authentication key length here.

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Key Type: Select authentication key type here.

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Default Key: Select an encryption key as the default key.

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Encryption Key: Input your encryption key according to the length and format you select.

64-bits:

ASCII (5 characters): Pick from 0~9, a~z, and input 5 characters as the key.

Hex(10 characters): Pick from 0~9, a~f, and input 10 characters as the key.

128-bits:

ASCII (13 characters): Pick from 0~9, a~z, and input 13 characters as the key.

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